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Monorails connect mountains to markets in China

Getting fruit from mountain to market is not a straightforward matter. But in one community, a new monorail is bridging the gap.

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Rural Voices

Marketing works magic for rural entrepreneurs

With IFAD's support, farmers across North Africa and the Middle East are marketing effectively – and getting the recognition they deserve.

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Podcast

The power of South-South and triangular cooperation – Episode 73

In this episode, we explore how IFAD catalyses SSTC to drive sustainable, inclusive rural development.

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Explainer

Demystifying development finance

IFAD is an essential part of the development finance ecosystem. But how exactly does this system work? We answer your questions.

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News

28 March 2023

After the earthquake in Türkiye, rural people need more support than ever

Extreme weather events, such as droughts, storms and floods, are putting pressure on the ecosystems that farmers depend on...

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11 December 2024

IFAD, Nepal launch US$120 million programme to help over 250,000 people improve rural food production

IFAD and the Government of Nepal signed a US$120 million eight-year agreement to help over a quarter million people living on small-scale farms transition towards commercial and agroecological farming.

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Publication

Storybook: The Year the Cold Didn’t Come

Through this storybook, IFAD seeks to highlight the impact of climate change in Lao PDR, where those affected the most are rural people, especially women, children and ethnic minorities.

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Publication

Photobook – Sweetening the deal: How partnering with cocoa farmers is a win-win in Indonesia

This photobook showcases the impact of the Rural Empowerment and Agriculture Development Scaling-up Initiative (READSI) and Mars Cocoa Academy in Indonesia.

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Climate and environment

The lives of small-scale farmers are being upended by climate change. They need support to adapt to climate change and to protect the planet’s precious resources

Rural women

Gender inequality is one of the biggest impediments to sustainable development. Without tackling its root causes, we cannot end global hunger and poverty

Remittances

The funds sent home by migrant workers are a lifeline for rural families, helping to build resilience and support sustainable development

Indigenous Peoples

With their traditional knowledge and deep connection to their environments, we work with Indigenous Peoples to build a more inclusive, sustainable future.

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A better future starts in rural areas.

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IFAD’s investments make a tangible difference in rural people’s lives

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